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533 Million Facebook Users’ Data Resurfaces Online from 106 Countries

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Facebook seems to be having a row of things recently. The company initially faced humongous backlash on their implementation of data sharing policies between popular messaging app, WhatsApp, and the larger company. Now, it looks like old wounds are reopening for the company as data from a breach that happened in 2019 has surfaced on forums in hacking forums.

The breach involves over half a million users from over 100 countries with data such as their phone number, emails and even birth date. Malaysia is listed in the countries affected with over 11 million users having been compromised. The breach was first reported by Business Insider. Business Insider has also verified the data in the leak by testing password reset requests. A spokesperson for Facebook has confirmed the data breach. The person also confirmed that the data breach occurred due to vulnerability which was identified and patched back in 2019.

https://twitter.com/UnderTheBreach/status/1378314424239460352

While the data is 2 years old, the fact that it is readily available online at this point is a worrying fact. Data like birthdates, phone numbers and emails can be used to socially engineer scams. In fact, due to the phone numbers being leaked and made readily available, the likelihood in getting scams over SMS and phone calls are heightened.

Acronis Vice President of Cyber Protetction research, Candid Wuest, advises that, in light of the leak, “There is now a higher risk of SMS spam, but also password reset attacks and attacks against other services that use SMS for MFA are now more likely. Users should therefore change from SMS-based MFA service where possible for critical accounts.”

The fact that the leaker has readily made the data available for free can be puzzling. However, according Wuest, “As the leaked data does not contain any passwords or payment card details it is of less value to attackers. Furthermore, at least two third of the data was already available from previous leaks. It is not uncommon to see such data sets being made available for free, as they would not yield much profits on underground site. Such large data sets tend to not stay private for very long anyway.”

The new leak brings into the spotlight the amount of personal data we have available online and especially on social media. It also brings into question Facebook’s privacy policies which govern and protect data stored on their service. What’s even more worrying is the fact that Facebook wasn’t the notifying users, instead, the leak was reported by twitter user Alon Gal who has since been looking at and verifying the data leak. Facebook has only confirmed the occurrence of the breach and has not even notified users that were affected.

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100 Series Live Pitching Season Two Going Global

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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, April 5, 2021 — The flagship community-driven campaign by Brand 21 Asia that focuses on the young entrepreneurship landscape development in Malaysia, had successfully launched its season two at JDX By Smuz Concept Store, Quill City Mall Kuala Lumpur. The opening speech was delivered by Mr. Alvin Soh, the founder of Brand 21 Asia with acknowledgement to season two’s co-hosting partner, AFFIN BANK and venue sponsor, JDX By Smuz Concept Store as well as other official supporting partners. The keynote address was presented by Mr. Andy Loke, Affin Bank Berhad representative, followed by Mr. Kent Lee, the founder of Smuzcity Bhd who introduced O2O marketplace concept to honourable guests.

from left Mr. Alvin Soh, the founder of Brand 21 Asia and Organizer of 100 SERIES LIVE PITCHING. Mr. Andy Loke, Affin Bank Berhad, Mr. Kent Lee, Smuzcity Bhd
from left Mr. Alvin Soh, the founder of Brand 21 Asia and Organizer of 100 SERIES LIVE PITCHING. Mr. Andy Loke, Affin Bank Berhad, Mr. Kent Lee, Smuzcity Bhd

The 100 SERIES LIVE PITCHING main objective is to accelerate young entrepreneurs’ business establishments towards globalization by providing them a fully integrated ecosystem equipped with online & offline marketplace, affluent interview, product live-streaming, media review along with public relation solutions. This year, the 100 SERIES LIVE PITCHING season two has several industry leading partners onboarding the flagship campaign such as the boutique legal advisory firm, Lee & Poh Partnership; fintech management consulting firm, CS Tech; accounting, audit & secretarial firm, JS Partners; self-serve end-to-end advertising platform, Adwork; boutique serviced office, Novux; new edge media, Affluent Luxe World; CEO lounge, Affluent Personalities; supporting association, International Beauty and Health Education Association; and supporting chamber, Global Chamber of Business Leaders.

The 100 SERIES LIVE PITCHING season two campaign will be running from March 2021 until October 2021. Entrepreneurs who have registered online will be required to submit their six-page pitching deck by 15th May 2021 with the top 10 finalists to be announced on 31st July 2021. The top three finalists will be presented with their awards and prizes by AFFIN BANK at the 100 Series Awards Gala Dinner to be tentatively held on 30th October 2021. On top of the prizes, the finalists will enjoy other benefits and values covering personality interview, brand review, product live-streaming, product listing and public relation services thanks to the supports given by associated partners.

In January 2021, Brand 21 Asia founder, Mr Alvin Soh was officially appointed as the main delegate representing Global Chamber of Business Leaders (GCBL) Malaysia to welcome GCBL Annual Summit 2021 and 2022 which the GCBL board has consented Malaysia to be the main hosting country for GCBL Annual Summit 2022. All the 100 SERIES LIVE PITCHING participating entrepreneurs will have the opportunities to present individual profile to global institutions and business leaders’ community across US and Europe regions.

During the event launch, a special appearance guest, Puan Sri Nisa Bakri, one of the highly notable women entrepreneurs who has won numerous awards and recognitions showcased her signature dish to all honourable guests. Guests were treated to a delicious lunch prepared by NJB Innari Sdn Bhd. PR Newswire as Official News Release Distribution Partner for 100 SERIES LIVE PITCHING since year 2019.

The ceremony was successfully officiated and ended on a high note with O2O marketplace tour arranged by Smuzcity Bhd being the collaborative partner with Brand 21 Asia.

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HAI ROBOTICS, the Shenzhen-based ACR pioneer, receives IFOY AWARD 2021 “Best in Intralogistics” certificates

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SHENZHEN, China, April 2, 2021 — HAI ROBOTICS (www.hairobotics.com), pioneer in autonomous case-handling robotic systems (ACR systems) has received two "Best Intralogistics" certificates from the world-renowned IFOY AWARD, with its HAIPICK ACR solutions after going through the world’s largest and toughest intralogistics tests in the recent concluded IFOY test days.

The IFOY AWARD is one of the most significant awards in the material handling industry worldwide, honoring the year’s best products and solutions. The "Best in Intralogistics" certificate was introduced three years ago to document visibly to the outside world the high degree of innovation of the products and solutions nominated for an IFOY AWARD that successfully absolve the IFOY test.

HAI ROBOTICS was selected for its HAIPICK A42T, the world’s first telescopic lift ACR (Autonomous Case-handling Robot), enabling intelligent "goods-to-person" order picking and covering an ultra-wide picking range from 0.25 meters to 6.5 meters, and the HAIPICK A42N, the world’s first autonomous carton-picking ACR to enable mixed picking of cartons and totes of different sizes.

Carton-picking ACR HAIPICK A42N
Carton-picking ACR HAIPICK A42N

Based in Shenzhen, the powerhouse of ICT industry in China, HAI ROBOTICS has been developing AI powered ACR systems since 2015 and has been a leader in the field with best-in-class intelligent goods-to-person solution and smart in-plant logistics solution. By using the HAIPICK systems, customers can realize warehouse automation transformation in a week, increase storage density by 80% – 130%, and improve operational efficiency by 3-4 times compared to manual operations.

Receiving the prestigious and hotly contested IFOY AWARD 2021 "Best in Intralogistics" certificates was just a footnote of the Shenzhen based ACR systems pioneer’s strong head start of a fast expansion to the global markets.

The recent announced partnership with MHS, a US based well-known material handling systems supplier, marks HAI ROBOTICS’s stepping into the US. The relationship leverages innovative HAIPICK technology from HAI ROBOTICS and systems engineering, integration and support from MHS to address labor and storage capacity challenges facing customers in North America.

HAI ROBOTICS also started its business successfully in other parts of the world. In January 2021, HAI ROBOTICS and Bettaroe Robotics, independent supplier of modern logistics in Europe, are pleased to officially announce the beginning of a partnership for the European market. In South Korea, the strategic cooperation starting from September 2020 with The Smart Logistics Business Unit of LG CNS enabled the automation of operations in the agreed new warehouses with HAI ROBOTICS technology. And with the partnership with Mujin, a world-leading artificial intelligence company, HAI ROBOTICS were able to offer better intralogistics solutions to clients and extend the business to Japan starting from December 2019.

Besides the strong performance in expanding into varies key markets around the world, HAI ROBOTICS is also well received by the industry and the capital market.

In March 2021, HAI ROBOTICS secured its series B+ round funding of nearly $ 15 million led by 5Y Capital, with participation from existing investors Source Code Capital and Walden International. The funding does not only confirm, from the investors’ perspective, the success and leading position of the ACR pioneer, but also fuels the company’s R&D, operational capabilities and business expansion.

Boosted by the fast development of e-commerce globally, the logistics industries are placing ever growing demand on the material handling operations in terms of flexibility and efficiency. HAI ROBOTICS, with its proven industry leading ACR products and solutions to address the demands effectively, will continue its fast-growing warehouse automation transformation business worldwide.

About IFOY

The IFOY Award is one of the most prestigious and hotly contested international awards in the materials handling industry, honoring the year’s best products and solutions. It is established as an indicator for economic efficiency and innovation within the intralogistics sector and is a well-known innovation price due to its professional expertise.

About HAI ROBOTICS

HAI ROBOTICS is a pioneer in autonomous case-handling robotics (ACR) system. The company is committed to providing efficient, intelligent, flexible, and customized warehouse automation solutions through advanced robotics technology and AI algorithms and creates value for each factory and logistics warehouse. HAI ROBOTICS focuses on the R&D and design of autonomous case-handling robot systems (ACR). The company realizes the independent R&D of core elements such as robot body, bottom positioning algorithm, control system, robot scheduling, intelligent warehouse management system, and has carried out global patent layout. In 2015, the company developed HAIPICK, the first autonomous case-handling robot system, and put it into commercial operation. Since then, it has been applied in 3PL, apparel, e-commerce, electronics, energy, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, and other industries. By using the HAIPICK system, customers can realize warehouse automation transformation in a week, increase storage density by 80% – 130%, and improve workers’ work efficiency by 3-4 times.

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Yalla Group Limited Files 2020 Annual Report on Forms 20-F

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DUBAI, UAE, April 2, 2021 — Yalla Group Limited ("Yalla" or the "Company") (NYSE: YALA), the leading voice-centric social networking and entertainment platform in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), today announced that it has filed its annual report on Form 20-F that includes its audited financial statements for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on April 2, 2021, U. S. Eastern Time.

The annual report can be accessed on Yalla’s investor relations website at http://ir.yallatech.ae/ and on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. The Company will also provide a hard copy of the annual report containing its audited consolidated financial statements, free of charge, to its shareholders and American Depositary Share holders upon request.

About Yalla Group Limited

Yalla Group Limited is the leading voice-centric social networking and entertainment platform in the Middle East and Northern Africa (MENA). The Company’s flagship mobile application, Yalla, is specifically tailored for the people and local cultures of the region and primarily features Yalla rooms, a mirrored online version of the majlis or cafés where people spend their leisure time in casual chats. Voice chats are more suitable to the cultural norms in MENA compared to video chats. The Company strives to maintain users’ equal status on its platform, thereby encouraging all users to freely communicate and interact with each other. The Company also operates Yalla Ludo, a mobile application featuring online versions of board games that are highly popular in MENA, such as Ludo and Domino. In-game real-time chats and Ludo chat room functions are popular social networking features among users. Through close attention to detail and localized appeal that deeply resonates with users, Yalla’s mobile applications deliver a seamless user experience that fosters a loyal sense of belonging, creating a highly devoted and engaged user community.

For more information, please visit: http://ir.yallatech.ae/

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

Yalla Group Limited
Investor Relations
Kerry Gao – IR Director
Tel: +86-571-8980-7962
Email: ir@yallatech.ae

The Piacente Group, Inc.
Yang Song
Tel: +86-10-6508-0677
Email: yalla@tpg-ir.com

In the United States:

The Piacente Group, Inc.
Brandi Piacente
Tel: +1-212-481-2050
Email: yalla@tpg-ir.com

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Selling Simplified appoints Daniel Juanillo as CFO amidst Unprecedented Company Growth

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Juanillo, an experienced executive, hopes to streamline operations, automate functions, and improve efficiencies

DENVER, April 2, 2021 — Selling Simplified Group, Inc. (SSG), a global leader in data-driven B2B demand generation, announced today the appointment of Daniel Juanillo as Chief Financial Officer. 

Selling Simplified, a leading B2B demand generation company, announces Dan Juanillo as Chief Financial Officer.
Selling Simplified, a leading B2B demand generation company, announces Dan Juanillo as Chief Financial Officer.

Juanillo brings more than 30 years of experience – many in senior financial roles – including Regional Accounting Director at Marconi Communications, Vice President and Controller at Horizon Banks, and CFO at Navajo Incorporated. Juanillo also served as a Financial Management Consultant, working his way through a variety of financial certifications, including a Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) and as a Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA).  

Most recently, Juanillo was instrumental in generating 35% revenue growth as CFO for a leading CPG manufacturer, where he executed a series of financial automation efforts, including the implementation of new reporting systems that saved two weeks in each reporting cycle.  

"Dan’s technical experience and business savvy make him perfect for the role at this time of company growth," said CEO and President Michael Whife. "We are thrilled to have someone of his caliber on the executive team, with his exceptional leadership skills and contagious optimistic attitude."  

Over the course of his extensive career, Juanillo has served in various industries, including banking, telecommunications, government, and financial services. At Selling Simplified, he is focused on three long-term goals: streamlining operations, automating functions where possible, and improving efficiencies.  

"It’s a great time in SSG history because we’re growing very quickly, and it’s an exciting market," said Juanillo. He was drawn to the culture at SSG, stating that the company’s global reach contributes to the depth of its people and the knowledge they share. "There is an emphasis on what’s best for the people," he said.  

Juanillo is most looking forward to improving efficiencies related to the 2021 year-end audit and to implementing a more robust financial system. "It’s a breath of fresh air to be on the Selling Simplified team, where ideas are encouraged and welcomed," stated Juanillo. "I can’t stop smiling every day I’m here." 

Juanillo holds an MBA in Corporate Finance & Strategy from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School. He joins Selling Simplified after the company was named one of Inc. 5000’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies in America for the fifth year in a row. 

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Pintec Technology Holdings Limited to Hold 2021 Extraordinary General Meeting on May 7, 2021

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BEIJING, April 2, 2021 — Pintec Technology Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: PT) ("PINTEC" or the "Company"), a leading independent technology platform enabling financial services in China, today announced that it has called an extraordinary general meeting (the "EGM") of shareholders to be held at Floor 9, Room Jupiter, Heng An Building, No. 17, East 3rd Ring Road, Chaoyang, Beijing on May 7, 2021 at 10:00a.m. Local time to consider and vote on the following two proposals (the "Proposals") as further detailed in the notice of the EGM (the "Notice"):

  1. THAT the authorized share capital of the Company shall be changed to US$250,000, divided into 2,000,000,000 shares of a par value of US$0.000125 each, comprising of (i) 750,000,000 Class A Ordinary Shares of a par value of US$0.000125 each, (ii) 250,000,000 Class B Ordinary shares of a par value of US$0.000125 each, and (iii) 1,000,000,000 shares of no specific class of a par value of US$0.000125 each, by the re-designation of 1,000,000,000 authorized but unissued Class A Ordinary Shares as shares of no specific class (the "Re-designation of Share Capital");

  2. THAT the Company’s Fourth or Current Amended and Restated Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association be amended and restated by their deletion in their entirety and by the substitution in their place of the Fifth Amended and Restated Memorandum of Association and Articles of Association in the form as attached as Exhibit A to the Notice.

The detailed Proposals and additional information regarding the EGM can be found in the Notice and the form of proxy for the EGM. The Notice and form of proxy for the EGM are available on the Company’s website at ir.pintec.com, and will also be furnished to the Securities and Exchange Commission on Form 6-K on or about April 2, 2021. In addition, the Company’s proxy materials (including the final proxy statement) will be mailed to shareholders and ADS holders.

The Board of Directors of the Company recommends that the Company’s shareholders and ADS holders vote FOR the Proposals.

The Board of Directors of the Company has fixed the close of business on April 7, 2021 as the record date (the "Record Date") for determining the shareholders entitled to receive the Notice or any adjournment or postponement thereof. Holders of record of ordinary shares of the Company at the close of business on the Record Date are entitled to notice of, to attend and vote at, the EGM or any adjournment or postponement thereof. Holders of the Company’s American depositary shares ("ADSs") who wish to exercise their voting rights for the underlying ordinary shares must act through the depositary of the Company’s ADS program, The Bank of New York Mellon.

About PINTEC

PINTEC is a leading independent technology platform enabling financial services in China. By connecting business and financial partners on its open platform, PINTEC enables them to provide financial services to end users efficiently and effectively. The Company offers its partners a full suite of customized solutions, ranging from digital retail lending, digital business lending, robotic process automation, to wealth management and insurance products. Leveraging its scalable and reliable technology infrastructure, PINTEC serves a wide range of industry verticals covering online travel, e-commerce, telecommunications, online education, SaaS platforms, financial technology, internet search, and online classifieds and listings, as well as various types of financial partners including banks, brokers, insurance companies, investment funds and trusts, consumer finance companies and other similar institutions. For more information, please visit ir.pintec.com.

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This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "is expected to," "anticipates," "aim," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "are likely to," "estimates," "may," "should" and similar expressions, and include, without limitation, quotations from management and PINTEC’s strategic and operational plans. PINTEC may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Such statements are based upon management’s current expectations and current market and operating conditions, and relate to events that involve known or unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the Company’s control. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any such statements. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but not limited to, the Company’s limited operating history, regulatory uncertainties relating to online consumer finance in China, the Company’s reliance on Jimu Group for a significant portion of its funding and the need to further diversify its financial partners, the Company’s reliance on a limited number of business partners, the impact of current or future PRC laws or regulations on wealth management financial products, publicity regarding the consumer finance industry and the evolving regulatory environment governing this industry in China, and the Company’s ability to meet the standards necessary to maintain the listing of its ADSs on the Nasdaq Global Market, including its ability to cure any non-compliance with Nasdaq’s continued listing criteria. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under applicable law.

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KONKA Group Reports 125% Net Profit Surge in 2020, Pushing Further into Optoelectronics

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SHENZHEN, China, April 2, 2021 — KONKA Group Co. Ltd. ("the Company"; 000016.SZ), a leading technology company, has released its financial results for 2020. The Company’s net profit last year expanded by 125.26% year-on-year, driven by its environmental technology, semiconductors, new materials and electronics businesses.

KONKA is committed to investing in technological innovation, and last year the Company focused on the development of semiconductors and artificial intelligence, with its spending on research and development increasing by 36.57% year-on-year.

Specifically, KONKA has optimized its business in the semiconductor industry, especially in the optoelectronic field. For example, the Company built the world’s first Micro LED full-process R&D production line, allowing it to carry out trial production.

In 2020, KONKA also continued to drive the development of Micro LED- and Mini LED-related development, obtaining nearly 700 core patents. The Company rolled out products such as the Micro LED Watch – the APHAEA Watch and a series of Micro LED and Mini LED 8K televisions. In terms of storage, KONKA primarily designs and markets master storage chips, and has been producing and selling its storage main control chips.

KONKA in AWE2021
KONKA in AWE2021

"KONKA categorizes technologies that are in line for more development as Micro LED and categorizes those that have been marketized as Mini LED," Li Hongtao, vice president of KONKA, said. "KONKA will continue to carry out the ‘dual wheel’ development strategy to aim the Company’s R&D power at areas that have yet to see technological breakthroughs and put those that have seen breakthroughs on the market," he said.

A well-rounded R&D system lays a critical foundation for technological breakthroughs. KONKA has formed a research alliance that connects prestigious universities, technology companies, and scientific and technology research institutes, to establish labs dedicated to artificial intelligence, internet of things, 5G, data imagery and communication applications.

Such strong R&D capacity has helped diversify KONKA’s product lineup. The Company has rolled out smarter electronics and appliances such as its K2 smart TV, APHAEA A5 TV and refrigerators. Meanwhile, KONKA has sold its products through livestreaming in collaboration with its offline stores, to accommodate consumers’ changing shopping habits.

As for KONKA’s white goods business, the segment has grown with the "KONKA + Frestec" dual brand operation after the acquisition of Frestec Electrical Appliances, further amplifying the Company’s influence in the market. Last September, the Company acquired Beko Changzhou Plant and entered into a strategic cooperation agreement with Arcelik, the parent company of Beko, marking the beginning of a new phase for the Company’s drum washing machines — a shift from OEM to independent R&D, design, production and manufacturing.

In a bid to build a more integrated mechanism, KONKA has vigorously developed new projects to construct a number of industrial parks. Last year, the Company completed construction of Dongguan Konka Smart Industrial Park, Yibin Konka High-Tech Park, Frestec Smart Home Park, Chengdu Konka Smart Terminal Park, providing new momentum for its smart industrial transformation.

In 2021, KONKA aims to pour more efforts into R&D and innovation. On one hand, it will continue to increase its investment in R&D this year. On the other hand, it is set to focus on core technology in the field of semiconductors, seeking for breakthroughs in chip and mass transfer technologies, and to further develop Micro LED. Meanwhile, KONKA will gradually step up its efforts in acquiring intellectual property rights and strengthen its technological advantages in areas such as 5G, 8K, internet of things, Micro LED, semiconductors and storage, aiming to transforming the Company from an electronics company to an even more tech-centric company.

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[Update] E3 2021 is Online and Completely Free

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UPDATE: Microsoft and Nintendo has confirmed their presence in E3 2021. The Microsoft Xbox and Nintendo participation joins big names like Capcom, Konami, Ubisoft, Take-Two Interactive, Warner Bros. Games, and Koch Media. Sony, EA, Activision Blizzard, Bandai, Sega, and Square Enix has not confirmed their presence. Sony did not turn up in 2019 and was not going to be in E3 as of last year though.

When we say E3 2021 is online, we mean two things really. For one, it is happening. That means at E3 will go on in 2021 despite its 2020 cancellation for obvious reasons. The next thing we mean when we say that it is online is that it is happening completely virtually. For obvious reasons as well, E3 will happen and showcase completely online.

There is more good news here though, it is supposed to be an all-free event. That also means that you can register yourself and attend E3 without paying a single cent. According to their Twitter page as well, there should be no contents hidden behind annoying paywalls. Attendees are supposed to have access to all the major announcements and keynotes happening at E3 this year.

E3 is one of the world’s largest, if not the largest games convention and stage. E3 usually sees developers and platform owners run huge keynotes to announce new AAA titles to be released later in the year or even beyond. One of our favourite games; “Horizon: Zero Dawn” that was launched in 2017 was teased in E3 2015. Games like Cyberpunk 2077 took even longer from its first teaser to its final launch in 2020.

E3 is where we expect huge announcements from the likes of Sony PlayStation and Microsoft Xbox camps. They made the first announcements of their next generation consoles in E3 as well. Of course, this year we have the Sony PlayStation 5 and Microsoft Xbox Series X/S. That also means that we can expect even more AAA titles to be announced from their camps. You can expect even more announcements made for PC games as well. Best part of this year’s E3 announcement is that you do not have to pay to get access to the keynotes.

E3 2021 is expected to happen June 15th, 2021 onward this year. Early on, there were rumours of keynotes and announcement behind paywalls only for E3 to come forward to dispel the idea. Of course, as per mentioned earlier, E3 2021 will be a completely virtual event for obvious reasons. For more information on E3 2021, you can visit E3’s official website.

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Tencent Music Entertainment Group Launches Charity Album “Stars and Wishes” on World Autism Awareness Day

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SHENZHEN, China, April 2, 2021 — Tencent Music Entertainment Group ("Tencent Music," "TME," or the "Company") (NYSE: TME), the leading online music entertainment platform in China, today launched a collaborative charity album with pop singer and TME Music Care Ambassador Chen Linong, and a select group of autistic children. Dubbed "Stars and Wishes", this album was launched on World Autism Awareness Day as part of TME Music Care FM, which continues the efforts of TME Music Charity Projects.

The collaborative charity album “Stars and Wishes” was launched by TME with pop singer and TME Music Care Ambassador Chen Linong, and a select group of autistic children.
The collaborative charity album “Stars and Wishes” was launched by TME with pop singer and TME Music Care Ambassador Chen Linong, and a select group of autistic children.

In China, children with autism are commonly referred to as "children of the stars". In the album "Stars and Wishes", Chen Linong uses music to give an encouraging voice to autistic children, with the warm lyrics in the song "Ten Thousand Sparkles": "We will guard the love in our hearts, and radiate warmth every minute. Lighting up a colorful life for you and accompanying you, getting through this together."  Universal Music Group, the music publishing company under which Chen Linong is signed, will publish and promote this single worldwide.

"I believe that music has the power to heal hearts," said Chen Linong. "I am pleased to join TME’s charity project and work with talented children, leveraging music to contribute to social welfare. Autism requires long-term rehabilitation, and thus we should give more care, patience and love to these children." 

TME has invited several young autistic music artists from around the world to take part in the production of this charity album, including Zhou Bohan from China, Clarence Kang from Malaysia, and Takuto Koyanagi from Japan. The album, as part of TME Music Care FM, is available on Tencent Music’s QQ Music, Kugou Music, Kuwo Music, and WeSing.

In addition to the release of the "Stars and Wishes" charity album, TME also launched a variety of online activities, including an online art exhibition that features artwork from autistic children, and a collection of ‘I feel good’ stories, and more. At the same time, TME has worked with many brands to increase awareness and contribute to the public good.

During the four consecutive years from 2017 to 2020, Tencent Music released four charity albums, to provide support and education for special needs groups such as autistic children, while at the same time raising awareness of music therapy and how it can improve mental health.

TME Music Care FM has expanded its focus on autistic patients to society as a whole, committing to the use of music to remedy mental health issues prevalent in the world today. On March 20, Music Care FM partnered with various global artists to launch a "World Sleep Day" playlist on TME’s platforms. The goal was to use the rejuvenating power of music to enhance sleep quality and relieve mental pressure. On March 26, Music Care FM launched a long-form audio program, "Healing with Music", for its users.

As the leading player in China’s online music entertainment industry, Tencent Music is tapping the many benefits of music, using its vitality to bring care and warmth to its audiences. In the future, Tencent Music will introduce more charity music projects to draw attention to social issues and better engage music fans.

About Tencent Music Entertainment

Tencent Music Entertainment Group (NYSE: TME) is the leading online music entertainment platform in China, operating the country’s highly popular and innovative music apps: QQ Music, Kugou Music, Kuwo Music and WeSing. Tencent Music’s mission is to use technology to elevate the role of music in people’s lives by enabling them to create, enjoy, share and interact with music. Tencent Music’s platform comprises online music, online karaoke and music-centric live streaming services, enabling music fans to discover, listen, sing, watch, perform and socialize around music. For more information, please visit ir.tencentmusic.com.

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eftPay as the official electronic payment service provider of “18th HK Mega Showcase”; Showcases innovative e-Coupon platform “e+Coupon”, enabling merchants to establish marketing campaigns at low costs

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HONG KONG, April 2, 2021 — eft Payments (Asia) Limited ("eftPay"), one of the leading e-Payment services providers in Hong Kong, is pleased to announce that it has been appointed the official electronic payment service provider of the "18th HK Mega Showcase" for the first time. The Expo takes place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center for four consecutive days starting from 2nd April (Friday) to 5th April (Monday). eftPay showcases its innovative e-Coupon platform "e+Coupon" with the theme "Get your e-Coupons anytime, anywhere" at booth 3Q12, Hall 3. It aims at providing Hong Kong merchants an effective channel to establish marketing campaigns at a low cost.

With nine major zones and 500 booths, "18th HK Mega Showcase" satisfies all your shopping needs in one go. The 9 zones include Chill Handicraft Market, Beauty & Health Care Zone, Cleaners and Disinfectants Products, Local Brands Bazaar, Fashions & Sports Gear Zone, Local Design & Start-up Zone, Hong Kong Homex, Hong Kong Food Festival and e-Expo & Auto HK.

Converge different merchants and establish marketing campaigns at low costs

eftPay showcases its innovative platform "e+Coupon", which was officially launched in September 2020 and is a breakthrough of the industry. 2020 has been a challenging year, especially for the retail industry. Aiming at easing the blow of COVID-19 on SMEs, eftPay has thus designed "e+Coupon" that converges different merchants to establish marketing campaigns at a low cost.

"e+Coupon" is an innovative platform that combines a membership system and e-coupon function. Consumers who register as a member of "e+Coupon" can get e-Coupons from participating merchants in Hong Kong anytime. For merchants, "e+Coupon" is user-friendly and can be easily operated using eftPay’s terminal. It allows merchants to set up marketing campaigns at a low cost, enhancing the opportunities to promote, reach out to potential clients, drive revenue, and review the effectiveness of the campaign at any time. To boost sales, eftPay also offers promotion opportunities on social media platforms and helps merchants produce promotional videos.

"e+Coupon" has received widespread support since its launch. Currently, more than 200 merchants have joined the programme, most of which are small enterprises. eftPay will continue to strengthen its promotion in order to increase coverage, and to achieve its target of " Get your e-Coupons anytime, anywhere".

Consumers who register as a member of "e+Coupon" via platform will get an exclusive welcome offer at "18th HK Mega Showcase". Offer is limited and available only while stocks last.

eftPay, one of the leading e-Payment services providers in Hong Kong, is dedicated to providing comprehensive, convenient, fast and secure e-Payment services to merchants and consumers. Currently, its integrated payment system is one of the only payment platforms that support the most e-Payment methods in Hong Kong, including credit card, QR code payment, and even overseas e-Wallets from Taiwan and South Korea. It supports code scanning, contactless, card swiping and conventional card payment in one terminal. It is user-friendly that simplifies payment procedures, in order to provide merchants with tools that improve operational efficiency and reduce manpower.

Mr. Andrew Lo, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of eft Payments (Asia) Limited said, "it is our honor to participate as the official electronic payment service provider of ’18th HK Mega Showcase’. Our innovative platform ‘e+Coupon’ combines a membership system and e-coupon function, enabling merchants to establish marketing campaigns at a low cost, as well as offering consumers the latest promotions and discounts anytime. We believe that ‘e+Coupon’ is a win-win solution to both merchants and consumers."

About eft Payments (Asia) Limited

Established in 2013, eftPay is one of the leading e-Payment services providers in Hong Kong, providing merchants with comprehensive e-Payment services, including account opening, point of sale system and integration of payment system, transaction processing and payment settlement services. Currently, eftPay serves at least 22,600 stores in Hong Kong, including well-known local jewelry chains, electrical appliances stores, makeup and beauty stores, clothing stores, food and beverage, theme parks, convenience stores and supermarkets. Website: http://www.eftpay.com.hk/ 

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